Neenah public meetings in 2024
71 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider a special use permit allowing religious services at Horace Mann School, multiple equipment and vehicle purchases including refuse trucks, and various board and committee appointments. The council will also address city infrastructure projects, a budget transfer, and a closed session regarding tax litigation.
- Special use permit for Alliance Church to hold religious services at Horace Mann School, 1012 Oak Street
- Purchase of a 2024 New Way Cobra Refuse Truck from Envirotech Equipment for $244,692.00 plus up to $2,000.00 for accessory equipment
- Purchase of a 2024 New Way Sidewinder ASL Truck from Envirotech Equipment for $379,887.00 plus up to $2,000.00 for accessory equipment
- Purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Trax 1LS from Bergstrom Chevrolet for $20,698.00
- Agreement with Directional Drilling Services, Inc. for fiber optics work connecting Oak Hill Cemetery, Washington Park, and the Traffic Cabinet at Winneconne/Harrison at a cost not to exceed $65,000.00
The Neenah Common Council approved a special use permit allowing Alliance Church to rent space at Horace Mann School for Sunday religious services and Christmas Eve, despite neighborhood opposition. The council also approved several equipment purchases, including a refuse truck and a cybersecurity solution, and tabled then referred a directive about street assessment notification letters to committee.
- Approved special use permit for Alliance Church at Horace Mann School (all aye)
- Approved purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Trax for $20,698 (all aye)
- Approved purchase of 2024 New Way Cobra refuse truck for $244,692 plus accessories (all aye)
- Approved purchase of 2024 New Way Sidewinder ASL truck for $379,887 plus accessories (all aye)
- Approved preliminary resolution for sanitary lateral and water service construction on Caroline, Douglas, Elm, and Hickory (all aye)
- Approved preliminary resolution for asphalt and curb/gutter on Bruce Street and Southfield Court (all aye)
- Approved $55,000 budget transfer to liability insurance fund (all aye)
- Approved city-wide multifactor authentication solution up to $27,042 (all aye)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider approving a $27,042 purchase for a city-wide Multifactor Authentication solution, funded by a State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program award. The system includes Duo software and Yubikey hardware tokens to meet CJIS security requirements for the Police Department and future cyber insurance mandates.
- Purchase of Multifactor Authentication solution for $27,042 under State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
- Implementation targeting Police Department by end of January 2025 and city-wide by Q1 2025
- CJIS compliance for criminal justice data security
- Grant reimbursement for all covered expenses post-purchase
- Closed session to discuss pending Walmart tax appeals litigation
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended Council approval of a city-wide multifactor authentication solution costing up to $27,042, funded by a reimbursable cybersecurity grant. The committee also entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding Walmart tax appeals, but took no action on that matter.
- Recommended Council approve $27,042 multifactor authentication purchase (5-0)
- Entered closed session to discuss Walmart tax appeals settlement (5-0)
- Adjourned without reconvening to open session
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee is reviewing a preliminary resolution to install asphalt pavement and curb/gutter. This action would allow the city to levy special assessments on abutting properties to fund the improvements.
- Preliminary Resolution 2024-25: Installation of asphalt pavement and curb/gutter on Bruce Street (from Castle Oak Drive to the northernmost property line of 2411 Bruce Street) and Southfield Court
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will review and potentially recommend approval of a policy change to stop charging the Storm Sewer Fee to developed town properties annexing to the City, while keeping it for new developments. The committee will also vote on purchases for a community development vehicle and two refuse trucks, and discuss a sidewalk furniture ordinance and liquor license review. The meeting includes several routine items like minutes approval and licenses.
- Modification to Storm Sewer Policy: proposed Policy No. 2024-01 to waive Storm Sewer Fee for developed annexing properties (currently $9,000/acre)
- Purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Trax 1LS for Community Development/Assessor from Bergstrom Chevrolet, not to exceed $20,698
- Purchase of 2024 New Way Cobra rear load refuse truck (Fleet #55) for $244,692 from Envirotech Equipment, plus up to $2,000 for accessories
- Purchase of 2024 New Way Sidewinder ASL refuse truck (Fleet #53 or #57) for $379,887 from Envirotech Equipment, plus up to $2,000 for accessories
- Temporary Class 'B' Retail License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass 'Art After Dark' on December 19, 2024
The Public Services and Safety Committee recommended Council approve Policy 2024-01, which stops collecting the storm sewer fee for developed town properties annexing to the City, while continuing the fee for new developments requiring public storm sewer infrastructure. The committee also recommended purchasing three vehicles: a 2025 Chevrolet Trax for $20,698, a 2024 New Way Cobra refuse truck for $244,692, and a 2024 New Way Sidewinder ASL refuse truck for $379,887. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Recommended Council approve Policy 2024-01 Storm Sewer Fee Policy for annexing properties (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Trax 1LS for $20,698 (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve purchase of 2024 New Way Cobra Refuse Truck for $244,692 plus up to $2,000 accessories (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve purchase of 2024 New Way Sidewinder ASL Truck for $379,887 plus up to $2,000 accessories (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve temporary Class 'B' license for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass Art After Dark event (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve change of agent for Kwik Trip 434 to Aaron Bowe (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve Preliminary Resolution 2024-23 for sanitary sewer lateral and water service construction on Caroline St., Douglas St., Elm St., and Hickory Ln. (5-0)
- Directed staff to amend liquor license review policy and bring back to committee
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss a potential settlement with Walmart regarding multi-year tax appeal suits in a closed session. The body is also reviewing a proposed annexation of land in the Town of Neenah and a budget transfer for liability insurance.
- Proposed annexation of 1.26 acres at 1241 Winneconne Ave from the Town of Neenah
- Proposed $55,000 budget transfer from City Attorney’s Outside Legal Services to the Liability Insurance fund
- Closed session to discuss settlement strategies for Walmart tax appeals litigation
- Review of Annexation 237 impact reports from Police, Fire, Water, and Community Development
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended approval of Annexation 237 (Ordinance #2024-26) for 1241 Winneconne Ave, and approved a $55,000 budget transfer from the City Attorney's Outside Legal Services account to the Liability Insurance fund. The City Attorney's report was tabled to a special meeting on December 18, 2024, due to the attorney's absence. No closed session was held.
- Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 meeting (all aye)
- Approved $55,000 transfer to Liability Insurance fund (all aye)
- Recommended approval of Annexation 237, Ordinance #2024-26 (all aye)
- Tabled City Attorney report to special meeting on December 18, 2024 (all aye)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider several recommendations from committees, including a grant application, a business improvement district plan, a moratorium on a transportation fee, and multiple construction contracts. It will also hear a petition for annexation of a property on W. Winneconne Avenue. The meeting includes routine approvals and public forum.
- Resolution 2024-20: authorize application for Vibrant Spaces Grant to Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
- Resolution 2024-22: adopt Neenah Central City Business Improvement District 2025 Operating Plan and Schedule of Assessments
- Resolution 2024-24: moratorium on 2025 Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee
- Award Southview Tennis Court Reconstruction Contract to Vinton Construction for $383,259.00
- Award Arrowhead Prairie Development Contract to Highway Landscapers for up to $272,021.94
The Neenah Common Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $383,259 contract for Southview Tennis Court reconstruction and a $272,021.94 contract for Arrowhead Prairie development (6-2). It also approved a $205,692 change order for Jewelers Park Drive work (6-2), a grant application for a Vibrant Spaces Grant, the 2025 BID operating plan, and a moratorium on the 2025 transportation assessment replacement fee. A petition for direct annexation at 1241 W. Winneconne Avenue was received for future action.
- Approved Southview Tennis Court Reconstruction Contract to Vinton Construction for $383,259 (unanimous)
- Approved Arrowhead Prairie Development Contract to Highway Landscapers for $272,021.94 (6-2, Pollnow and Boyette dissenting)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Jewelers Park Drive to MCC, Inc. for $205,692 (6-2, Pollnow and Boyette dissenting)
- Approved Resolution 2024-20 authorizing grant application to WEDC for Vibrant Spaces Grant (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-22 adopting 2025 BID Operating Plan and Assessments (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-24 establishing moratorium on 2025 Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee (unanimous)
- Received petition for direct annexation of 1241 W. Winneconne Avenue for future action
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Neenah Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss downtown redevelopment grants, a downtown business improvement district budget, and a fee moratorium at its November 25 meeting. The meeting is open to the public and follows standard procedures.
- Application for $25K–$50K WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grant for downtown pocket park at 101 W. Wisconsin Avenue
- 2025 Neenah Central City BID Operating Plan with $160,334 assessment and $183,694 total budget
- Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee (TARF) Moratorium
- October 2024 vouchers for city expenditures
- Closed session on Arrowhead Park development litigation strategy
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended Council approval of a grant application for a downtown pocket park, approved the 2025 BID operating plan, and recommended a moratorium on the Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee (TARF). All votes were unanimous. The committee also accepted October vouchers and entered closed session to discuss Arrowhead Park litigation.
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-20 authorizing Vibrant Spaces grant application (unanimous)
- Recommended Council adopt Resolution 2024-22 approving 2025 BID Operating Plan and Assessments (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-24 establishing TARF moratorium for 2025 (unanimous)
- Accepted and placed on file October vouchers (unanimous)
- Entered closed session to discuss Arrowhead Park development (unanimous)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes a decision on a special use permit for a gasoline station at 1115 S. Commercial Street, which the Plan Commission recommended denying due to zoning size requirements.
- Deny special use permit for gasoline station at 1115 S. Commercial Street (0.29-acre lot, zoning requires 0.5 acres)
- Approve $218,000 storage shed for Neenah Police Department using remaining capital funds
- Approve annexation of 20.9 acres west of Woodenshoe Road and south of Liberty Avenue
- Approve Fourth Addition to Homes at Freedom Meadows subdivision development and fee agreement
- Adopt 2025 Operating Budget and Capital Improvements Program Budget (Resolution 2024-21) with potential $.45 per $1,000 assessed value tax increase
The Common Council adopted the 2025 operating and capital budget after approving several amendments, including removing the Transportation Assessment Replacement Fee (TARF) and adding $825,000 to the debt service tax levy, which increases the tax impact on an average home from $44 to $124. The council also denied a special use permit for a gas station at 1115 S. Commercial Street, removed sidewalk funding for Alexander Drive, and delayed Bergstrom Road reconstruction. The budget was approved 8-0.
- Adopted 2025 operating and capital budget with amendments (8-0)
- Denied special use permit for gas station at 1115 S. Commercial Street (0-8)
- Removed TARF and added $825,000 to debt service tax levy (8-0)
- Removed $65,000 for Alexander Drive sidewalks (5-3)
- Delayed Bergstrom Road reconstruction to 2026 (6-2)
- Removed $15,000 for Citizen Request Management System (5-4)
- Removed $25,000 for traffic signal upgrades (8-0)
- Approved $100,000 for updated Storm Water Utility plan (8-0)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Neenah Public Services and Safety Committee will meet to discuss building a 40' by 60' storage shed for the police department with an estimated budget of $218,000, funded by reallocated project savings and the Capital Facilities fund balance. The committee will also review the Police Department 2024 3rd Quarter Report and a change of agent application for Walgreens #03392 at 500 S. Commercial Street.
- Proposed $218,000 budget for a new 40' x 60' police department storage shed at 2111 Marathon Avenue
- Police Department 2024 3rd Quarter Report presentation
- Change of Agent application for Walgreens #03392 located at 500 S. Commercial Street with new agent Adrianna Fryjoff
The committee recommended Council approval to build a 40'x60' storage shed for the police department, funded by $150,360 in unspent building expansion funds, $60,040 from vehicle barrier savings, and $7,600 from the Capital Facility fund balance. The motion passed 5-0. The committee also approved the minutes, the police department's 3rd quarter report, and a Walgreens change of agent application, all unanimously.
- Approved minutes of October 29, 2024 (4-0)
- Recommended Council approval of $218,000 police storage shed funded by capital savings (5-0)
- Received and filed Police Department 2024 3rd Quarter Report (5-0)
- Recommended Council approval of Walgreens change of agent to Adrianna Fryjoff (5-0)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider annexing 20.9 acres of city-owned land in the Town of Vinland for a 26-lot single-family subdivision, and will review a development and fee agreement for a 47-lot addition to the Homes at Freedom Meadows subdivision. The committee will also approve September 2024 vouchers and minutes from the prior meeting.
- Annexation 236: 20.9 acres south of Liberty Avenue, west of Woodenshoe Road, to be sold to Van Sistine Homes, LLC for $114,268.01
- Development and Fee Agreement for Fourth Addition to Homes at Freedom Meadows (47 single-family lots)
- September 2024 vouchers
- Approval of minutes from October 28, 2024 meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of Ordinance 2024-24, annexing 20.9 acres of city-owned land west of Woodenshoe Road and south of Liberty Avenue from the Town of Vinland. The committee also recommended approval of the Fourth Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows Subdivision Development and Fee Agreement, and accepted the September 2024 vouchers for filing. All votes were unanimous.
- Recommended Council approve Ordinance 2024-24 annexing 20.9 acres south of Liberty Avenue (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve Fourth Addition to Homes at Freedom Meadows Development and Fee Agreement (unanimous)
- Accepted and placed on file September 2024 vouchers (unanimous)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on three special-use permits for Class “A” Fermented Malt Retail licenses at convenience stores located at 700 Main Street, 1013 Main Street, and 1305 S. Commercial Street. The council will also consider a five-year police in-car camera contract, network equipment upgrades, and new parking rules on South Commercial Street.
- Special Use Permit for Class “A” Fermented Malt Retail license at 700 Main Street
- Special Use Permit for Class “A” Fermented Malt Retail license at 1013 Main Street
- Special Use Permit for Class “A” Fermented Malt Retail license at 1305 S. Commercial Street
- Five-year police in-car camera contract with Axon Enterprises for $26,227.83
- New “NO PARKING ANYTIME” rules on South Commercial Street between Tyler and Division Streets starting September 1, 2025
The Neenah Common Council approved several items, including a five-year contract with Axon Enterprises for in-car camera systems, three special use permits for Class 'A' fermented malt retail licenses at convenience stores, and multiple construction contracts and pay requests. The council also approved ordinances regarding overnight parking and snow emergency penalties, and a no-parking regulation on South Commercial Street. Two motions related to a proposed salary above midpoint for an Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal position failed unanimously.
- Approved Axon Enterprises contract for 10 in-car camera systems (all aye)
- Approved special use permits for Class 'A' fermented malt licenses at 700 Main St, 1013 Main St, and 1305 S. Commercial St (all aye)
- Approved no-parking regulation on South Commercial Street (all aye)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-22 revising overnight parking and snow emergency penalties (all aye)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-23 repealing/replacing Section 16-36(a)(1) (7-1, Pollnow dissenting)
- Approved network switch and wireless access point upgrades up to $135,906 (all aye)
- Denied salary above midpoint for Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal at $89,739 (0-8)
- Denied 3% differential for assistant chief positions (0-8)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will discuss replacing in-squad video systems and updating municipal codes regarding overnight parking and official traffic maps. The body will also consider several alcohol license applications for convenience stores.
- In Squad Video System Replacement
- Class “A” Fermented Malt Retail License applications for 1305 S. Commercial Street, 700 Main Street, and 1013 Main Street
- Parking restriction change for S. Commercial Street
- Revision to Ordinance 2024-22 regarding overnight parking and snow emergency penalties
- Revision to Ordinance 2024-23 updating Official Traffic Maps
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving up to $135,906 for network switch and wireless access point upgrades, funded from capital equipment budgets. They will also review the 3rd quarter financial statements, which show the general fund surplus tracking lower than last year. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public appearances.
- Request to approve $135,906 for network switches and wireless access points (funded from capital equipment budgets)
- 3rd Quarter Financial Statement review: general fund surplus $2,969,153 year-to-date, down $339,241 from last year
- Permits revenue at 116.33% of budget, providing $44,678 more than expected
- Liability Insurance fund expenses at 175.75% due to a settlement over $100,000
- Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 special meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended Council approval of a $135,906 purchase to upgrade network switches and wireless access points, funded from budgeted Information Systems capital projects. The committee also accepted and placed on file the 3rd Quarter Financial Statement and approved the September 23, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of $135,906 network switch and wireless access point upgrade (all aye)
- Accepted and placed on file 3rd Quarter Financial Statement (all aye)
- Approved minutes from September 23, 2024 regular meeting (all aye)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will decide on rezoning a property at 154 Tyler Street to industrial use, grant alcohol licenses to Kwik Trip and two other businesses, and approve a storm sewer rate increase to $90 per ERU starting January 1, 2025. The council will also consider funding for Doty Park shoreline stabilization, security camera upgrades, and police department reorganization.
- Rezone 154 Tyler Street from R-2 to I2 industrial district
- Approve $23,710 for Doty Park Phase 1 shoreline stabilization
- Increase storm sewer rate from $84/ERU to $90/ERU effective 1/1/2025
- Purchase $74,977 in Panasonic Toughbook laptops and $89,403 in security camera upgrades
- Grant Class A alcohol license to Kwik Trip at 903 S. Green Bay Road
The Neenah Common Council approved a storm water utility rate increase from $84 to $90 per ERU, effective January 1, 2025, to cover expenses and debt payments. The council also approved several other items, including a rezoning at 154 Tyler Street, a special use permit for Kwik Trip, and multiple equipment purchases. Two items related to the NMFR Joint Finance & Personnel Committee were tabled to a future Committee of the Whole meeting.
- Approved storm water rate increase to $90/ERU (all aye)
- Approved rezoning 154 Tyler Street to I2 General Industrial (all aye)
- Approved special use permit for Kwik Trip Class A license at 903 S. Green Bay Road (all aye)
- Approved $23,710 for Doty Park shoreline design (all aye)
- Approved $89,925 for Panasonic Toughbooks and printers (all aye)
- Approved $89,403 for Church Street ramp security cameras (all aye)
- Approved 2025 Winnebago County 911 Joint Powers Agreement (all aye)
- Tabled NMFR Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal salary offer (5-1)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will meet to review a license application for a local event. The body is considering a temporary extension of licensed premises for Future Neenah, Inc.
- Temporary Extension of Licensed Premises Application to Future Neenah, Inc. for Old-Fashioned Saturday on October 26, 2024, from 12pm-4pm in the 100 & 200 Blocks of Main Street
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will discuss funding for Doty Park and several equipment upgrades. The body is also reviewing multiple alcohol license applications and changes to local traffic regulations.
- Request to spend up to $91,906 for 13 police squad tablets and two laptops
- Proposed $89,403 contract with One Source Technologies for Church Street Parking Ramp security cameras
- Amended S. Commercial Street Relocation Order (Resolution 2024-19)
- Alcohol license applications for Kwik Trip, Future Neenah, Inc., Rolling Thunder Lanes, and Grainworks Old + New
- Proposed speed limit changes for Woodenshoe Road and parking regulations for Doty Avenue
The Public Services and Safety Committee recommended Council approve additional funding for Doty Park Phase 1 shoreline stabilization design and permitting, plus several other items. They also recommended replacing police squad tablets and laptops, upgrading Church Street parking ramp security cameras, approving the 2025 Winnebago County 911 agreement, and various licenses and permits. All votes were unanimous except the Grainworks liquor license, which passed 4-1.
- Recommended $23,710 additional funding for Doty Park Phase 1 design/permitting (5-0)
- Recommended $86,000 for police MDC unit replacements (13 tablets, 2 laptops, 12 printers) (5-0)
- Recommended $89,403 Church Street parking ramp security camera upgrade (5-0)
- Recommended 2025 Winnebago County 911 Joint Powers Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Class A liquor license for Kwik Trip #434 (5-0)
- Ratified temporary wine permit for Future Neenah Wine Walk (5-0)
- Recommended transfer of Class B license to Rolling Thunder Lanes (5-0)
- Recommended Class B license for Grainworks Old + New (4-1)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Neenah Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss and vote on a proposed increase to the stormwater utility rate, a police department reorganization plan, and several fiscal matters including August 2024 vouchers. The committee will also hear updates on stormwater utility rate analysis and police department reorganization, both attached to the agenda.
- Storm Water Utility Rate Analysis: proposed increase from $84 to $88 per ERU starting January 1, 2025
- Police Department Reorganization: staff presentation and discussion
- Fiscal Matters: August 2024 Vouchers (attachments)
- Approval of minutes from the September 23, 2024 Special Meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended the Council approve a storm water utility rate increase from $84 to $90 per ERU starting January 1, 2025, to cover expenses and debt payments. The committee also recommended the police department reorganization, which abolishes one full-time Communications Technician and one part-time Administrative Assistant, and creates a new supervisor position. The August 2024 vouchers were accepted and placed on file.
- Recommended Council approve storm water rate increase to $90/ERU effective Jan 1, 2025 (all aye)
- Recommended Council approve police department reorganization as proposed (all aye)
- Accepted and placed on file August 2024 vouchers (all aye)
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on amending ordinances related to tourist housing. The body is also considering approvals for a self-funded healthcare plan and various public works payments.
- Ordinance No. 2024-20 regarding Tourist Housing
- Self-funded healthcare plan with UMR/OptumRx featuring a $1,750 deductible (26.85% cost increase)
- Central Square and BenTek System Integration cost of $8,720
- Final pay request of $277,261.19 to Don E. Parker Excavating for work on Burr Avenue, Chestnut Street, Dieckhoff Street, and Laudan Boulevard
- Preliminary Plat for the 4th Addition of the Homes at Freedom Meadows subdivision
The Common Council approved a self-funded healthcare plan with UMR/OptumRx projections, featuring a $1,750 deductible and a 26.85% cost increase, along with a vision and amended dental proposal for 2025. The council also approved an ordinance amendment to allow tourist housing in commercial properties without a primary residence requirement, and approved several financial items including a system integration and a final pay request. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved self-funded healthcare plan with UMR/OptumRx, $1,750 deductible, 26.85% cost increase (all aye)
- Approved vision and amended dental proposal for 2025 (all aye)
- Approved Central Square and BenTek System Integration at $8,720 (all aye)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2024-20 amending tourist housing regulations (all aye)
- Approved preliminary plat for Homes at Freedom Meadows 4th Addition (consent agenda)
- Approved final pay request to Don E. Parker Excavating for $277,261.19 (all aye)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss the annexation of land in the Town of Neenah and a request for software integration funding. The body will also review insurance updates and joint municipal court deficit repayment.
- Annexation 235: 0.2792 acres in the Town of Neenah near Breezewood Lane and Baytree Lane
- Request for $12,340 from Capital Equipment Fund for Central Square and BenTek system integration
- Discussion on Joint Municipal Court Deficit Repayment
- Review of June 2024 and July 2024 vouchers
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance updates
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will meet to discuss a petition for direct annexation of Town of Neenah property, approve a temporary picnic license for the Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass, and review infrastructure projects including traffic signal removal and street construction contracts. The meeting also includes presentations of life-saving awards and reports from standing committees.
- Approve Temporary Class 'B' Picnic License for Art After Dark Renaissance Fair at Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass, 165 N Park Drive (Sep 26, 5:30–9:30 PM)
- Remove traffic signal at First Street and East Forest Avenue, replacing with 2-way stop control on Forest Avenue
- Approve A/E proposal and fees for Fire Station No. 31 remodel by Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc.
- Approve pay requests totaling $743,907.73 for street and utility construction on Belmont Ave, E Doty Ave, and Bayview Road
- Petition for direct annexation of Town of Neenah property to combine with two lots on Baytree Lane (action Oct 16)
The Common Council approved the architectural/engineering proposal from Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc. (SEH) for the remodel of Fire Station No. 31, as recommended by the Public Services and Safety Committee. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a temporary picnic license and removal of a traffic signal at First Street and East Forest Avenue. No other substantive decisions were made; several committee meetings were cancelled or reports deferred.
- Approved SEH architectural/engineering proposal for Fire Station No. 31 remodel (unanimous)
- Approved temporary Class 'B' picnic license for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass (consent agenda)
- Approved removal of traffic signal at First Street and East Forest Avenue, replaced with 2-way stop control (consent agenda)
- Approved pay request No. 6 to David Tenor Corp. for $200,870.32 (Board of Public Works info item)
- Approved pay request No. 5 to Kruczek Construction for $392,587.50 (Board of Public Works info item)
- Approved pay request No. 6 to Donald Hietpas & Sons for $136,189.91 (Board of Public Works info item)
- Approved pay request No. 1 to Rhode Brothers, Inc. for $14,250.00 (Board of Public Works info item)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will review and potentially approve an architectural/engineering proposal for remodeling Fire Station 31, along with associated fees. They will also discuss removing traffic signals at 1st Street and East Forest Avenue, and follow up on the Nicolet Boulevard and S. Commercial Street intersection. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, a temporary liquor license extension for the Bergstrom Mahler Museum, and informational special event permits.
- Approval of A/E proposal for remodel of Fire Station 31 and associated fees
- Removal of traffic signals at 1st Street and East Forest Avenue
- Temporary extension of licensed premises for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass for Art After Dark Renaissance Faire on 9/26/24
- Follow up on intersection of Nicolet Boulevard and S. Commercial Street
- Special event permits (informational only)
The committee recommended removing traffic signals at First Street and East Forest Avenue, replacing them with 2-way stop control on Forest Avenue. It also recommended approving a $465,850 A/E proposal for Fire Station 31 remodel, funded by $335,000 from the 2024 Capital Budget and $130,850 from the Public Facilities Fund. A temporary picnic license for the Bergstrom Mahler Museum's Art After Dark Renaissance Fair was recommended for approval.
- Recommended removal of traffic signals at First & E. Forest, replacing with 2-way stop (5-0)
- Recommended approval of SEH A/E proposal for Fire Station 31 remodel at $465,850 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of temporary Class 'B' picnic license for Bergstrom Mahler Museum (4-0)
- Received and filed Special Event Permit Report (4-0)
- Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (4-0)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider several Public Services and Safety Committee recommendations, including contracts for Arrowhead Park design and engineering services, a budget amendment for a salt spreader, and an ordinance to allow convenience stores to sell malt beverages. The council will also vote on a corrected resolution creating Tax Increment District No. 13 and its project plan. Two committee meetings were cancelled, and the agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a temporary liquor license extension.
- Design and engineering services for Arrowhead Park to GRAEF, not to exceed $189,617, using ARPA funds
- Schematic design for innovation building from Gries Architectural Group, not to exceed $23,500
- Prairie design services from J. Kox Landscape Architecture, not to exceed $9,500
- Ordinance No. 2024-18 to permit malt beverage sales from convenience stores
- Corrected Resolution No. 2024-10 creating Tax Increment District No. 13
The Common Council approved Ordinance No. 2024-18, permitting the sale of malt beverages (beer) in convenience stores, by a 7-2 vote. The council also approved several Arrowhead Park design and engineering contracts, a budget amendment for a salt spreader, and a corrected resolution for Tax Increment District No. 13. Public forum included extensive debate on the beer ordinance, with residents speaking both for and against.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2024-18 permitting beer sales in convenience stores (7-2)
- Approved $189,617 design/engineering contract for Arrowhead Park to GRAEF (7-2)
- Approved $23,500 schematic design for innovation building to Gries Architectural Group (7-2)
- Approved $9,500 prairie design services to J. Kox Landscape Architecture (7-2)
- Approved $12,688 purchase of two ceiling fans for south vehicle bay (unanimous)
- Approved $6,848 budget amendment for Boss VBX 6500 salt spreader (unanimous)
- Approved in-house position classification study for NMFR administrative non-union positions (8-1)
- Approved Corrected Resolution No. 2024-10 creating TID No. 13 (unanimous)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will review and possibly recommend approval of a design and engineering services contract for the Arrowhead project, along with several other items including equipment purchases, license extensions, and a contract for weights and measures services. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and informational reports.
- Design and engineering services for Arrowhead: recommend GRAEF for $189,617
- South Vehicle Bay Ceiling Fans (attachment)
- Replacement of V-Box Salt Spreader (attachment)
- Temporary extension of licensed premises for Cedar Cornhole Event
- Contract for Weights and Measures Services with City of Appleton
The Public Services and Safety Committee recommended Council approve Ordinance No. 2024-18, which would permit convenience stores to sell malt beverages, passing 3-2. The committee also recommended approving design and engineering services for Arrowhead Park, a schematic design for an innovation building, and prairie design services, each 4-1. Other approvals included ceiling fans, a salt spreader, a temporary liquor license extension, and a weights and measures agreement with Appleton.
- Recommended Council approve Ordinance No. 2024-18 allowing malt beverage sales at convenience stores (3-2)
- Recommended Council approve $189,617 design and engineering services for Arrowhead Park to GRAEF (4-1)
- Recommended Council approve $23,500 schematic design for innovation building at Arrowhead to Gries Architectural Group (4-1)
- Recommended Council approve $9,500 prairie design services for Arrowhead to J. Kox Landscape Architecture (4-1)
- Recommended Council approve $12,688 purchase of two ceiling fans for south vehicle bay (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve $6,848 purchase of Boss VBX 6500 salt spreader (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve temporary extension of licensed premises for Cedar Cornhole Event (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve weights and measures agreement with City of Appleton (5-0)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider approving temporary extensions of licensed premises for three local events: Grainworks Old + New's Allocated Bourbon Drawing, Lion's Tail Brewing's Oktoberfest 2024, and Fire-Lite Inc.'s Saving Paws Fundraiser. No formal action by the Common Council is expected at this meeting.
- Temporary extension for Grainworks Old + New, 200 Main Street, Sept 7, 10am-4pm
- Temporary extension for Lion's Tail Brewing, 116 S. Commercial St, Sept 20-22, various hours
- Temporary extension for Fire-Lite Inc., 1171 Gillingham Rd, Sept 14, 11am-10pm
The Public Services and Safety Committee voted 4-0 to recommend City Council approval of three temporary licensed premises applications: Grainworks Old + New for the Allocated Bourbon Drawing, Lion's Tail Brewing for Oktoberfest 2024, and Fire-Lite, Inc. for the Saving Paws Fundraiser. The committee also adjourned at 6:48 PM.
- Recommended approval of temporary liquor license extension for Grainworks Old + New (4-0)
- Recommended approval of temporary liquor license extension for Lion's Tail Brewing for Oktoberfest 2024 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of temporary liquor license extension for Fire-Lite, Inc. for Saving Paws Fundraiser (4-0)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will meet to approve routine procedural items, hear reports from canceled committee meetings, and extend temporary liquor licenses for three upcoming community events. No major ordinances or contracts are scheduled for a vote.
- Approve temporary liquor license for Grainworks Old + New Bourbon Day (Sep 7, 2024, 10am–4pm) at 200 Main Street
- Approve temporary liquor license for Lion’s Tail Brewing Oktoberfest (Sep 20–22, 2024) at 116 S. Commercial Street
- Approve temporary liquor license for Fire-Lite, Inc. Saving Paws Fundraiser (Sep 14, 2024, 11am–10pm) at 1171 Gillingham Road
The Neenah Common Council approved the consent agenda, which included temporary liquor license extensions for three events and approval of prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; most committee meetings were cancelled or informational. The council discussed potential future changes, such as starting meetings at 6 PM and rewriting the grant policy, but took no formal action.
- Approved consent agenda including temporary liquor license extensions for Grainworks, Lion's Tail Brewing, and Fire-Lite (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 Committee of the Whole and regular session (unanimous)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 24 of the city’s sign regulations. The council will also consider an annexation request for city-owned property north of Liberty Avenue and several licensing and contract approvals.
- Consider Ordinance 2024-16 to repeal and recreate sign regulations (Chapter 24)
- Approve annexation of city-owned property north of Liberty Avenue (Ordinance 2024-17)
- Award $95,747.20 contract for epoxy pavement markings to Century Traffic, Inc.
- Approve $44,627 purchase of ABI Force Field Groom from Horst Distributing for Fire Station No. 31
- Approve temporary picnic licenses for Fox Valley Labor Council (157 S. Green Bay Rd) and Gord’s Pub (210 Main St)
The Neenah Common Council approved a new sign code (Ordinance 2024-16), rescinded a sign moratorium, and approved the annexation of city-owned property north of Liberty Avenue. Multiple contracts and licenses were also approved, including a $95,747.20 pavement marking contract and a $44,627.00 field groomer purchase. The council also approved the 2025 fire department cost distribution formula and entered closed session regarding the City Attorney, taking no action.
- Approved Ordinance 2024-16, repealing and recreating Chapter 24 sign regulations (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-14, rescinding the sign moratorium (unanimous)
- Approved Annexation #234, Ordinance 2024-17, annexing city-owned property north of Liberty Avenue (unanimous)
- Awarded Contract 9-24, Epoxy Pavement Markings, to Century Traffic, Inc. for $95,747.20 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of ABI Force Field Groomer from Horst Distributing for $44,627.00 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 NMFR cost distribution formula: Neenah 61.12%, Menasha 38.88% (unanimous)
- Approved filling vacant Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal position (unanimous)
- Approved $4,482.25 for lighting replacement at Fire Station No. 31 (unanimous)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review a petition to annex 15.72 acres from the Town of Vinland for the 4th Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows. The committee will also review 2024 Q2 financial statements.
- Annexation 234: 15.72 acres at 1800 Liberty Ave for approximately 47 single-family lots
- Proposed sale of annexed land to Van Sistine Homes, LLC for $123,908.19
- Estimated public works equipment cost of $375,000 for an automated solid waste collection truck
- Estimated annexation fees and assessments totaling $157,204.00
- Review of 2024 Q2 Financial Statements
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended that the Council approve Annexation 234 for the Town of Vinland at 1800 Liberty Avenue, which will create 47 single-family residential lots. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 17 meeting and accepted the 2024 Q2 financial statements. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended Council approval of Annexation 234, Town of Vinland, 1800 Liberty Ave (all aye)
- Approved minutes from July 17, 2024 regular meeting (all aye)
- Accepted and placed on file 2024 Q2 Financial Statements (all aye)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will meet to discuss routine approvals and reports, including a $4,482 lighting upgrade for Fire Rescue Station 31, a $44,627 field groomer purchase, and temporary event licenses for Labor Fest and Gord’s Pub Street Dance. The committee will also review second-quarter police statistics and a shared-cost agreement for intersection upgrades with Menasha.
- $4,482 lighting upgrade for Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue Station 31
- $44,627 field groomer purchase (ABI Force Z23sit from Horst Distributing)
- Temporary Class B (Picnic) License for Fox Valley Labor Council’s Labor Fest
- Temporary Class B (Picnic) License for Gord’s Pub Street Dance
- Shared-cost inter-municipal agreement for Nicolet and Third Street intersection upgrades
The committee voted unanimously to recommend the Council approve reallocating $4,482.25 from the 2024 budgeted roof replacement funds for Fire Station No. 31 to an unbudgeted lighting replacement project. They also recommended the purchase of a new ABI Force Field Groomer from Horst Distributing for $44,627.00, and approved several temporary picnic licenses and a liquor license transfer. All votes were 5-0.
- Recommended Council approve $4,482.25 reallocation for Fire Station No. 31 lighting (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve $44,627.00 purchase of ABI Force Field Groomer from Horst Distributing (5-0)
- Received and placed on file Police Department 2nd Quarter Statistics (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve Temporary Class 'B' Picnic License for Fox Valley Labor Council Labor Fest (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve Temporary Class 'B' Picnic License for Gord's Pub Street Dance (5-0)
- Recommended Council approve Class 'B' liquor license transfer to Westhill Bar, Inc. d/b/a My Place (5-0)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review and likely recommend approval of Annexation 234, which would bring 15.72 acres from the Town of Vinland into Neenah for a 47-lot single-family subdivision. They will also review the 2024 Q2 financial statements and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The annexation is part of the Fourth Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows, with the land to be sold to Van Sistine Homes, LLC for $123,908.19.
- Annexation 234: 15.72 acres at 1800 Liberty Ave, Town of Vinland, for 47 single-family lots
- Land sale to Van Sistine Homes, LLC for $123,908.19
- Estimated fees: $157,204 (sanitary sewer and storm sewer fees)
- Water utility costs: $10,810 for meters, $52,490 for oversized mains
- 2024 Q2 financial statements review
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the creation of Tax Increment District #13. The body is also reviewing several public safety equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts.
- Resolution 2024-10 to create Tax Increment District #13
- Contract for a 2027 heavy rescue vehicle from Pierce Manufacturing not to exceed $800,000
- Contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for a housing study not to exceed $40,000
- Order of one 2025 Chevy Silverado and fire equipment not to exceed $75,000
- Final pay request for Neenah Creek Bridge to Pheifer Brothers for $64,398.02
The Neenah Common Council voted 7-1 to direct staff to draft an ordinance permitting the sale of malt beverages at gasoline-selling establishments, with provisions for wine if possible. The council also approved the creation of Tax Increment District #13, a $40,000 housing study, and a $800,000 heavy rescue vehicle purchase. An ordinance amendment regarding the city attorney's duties was sent back to committee after a proposed language change failed.
- Directed staff to draft ordinance allowing alcohol sales at gas stations (7-1)
- Approved Resolution 2024-10 creating Tax Increment District #13 (unanimous)
- Approved $40,000 housing study and needs assessment with Stantec (unanimous)
- Approved $800,000 purchase of 2027 heavy rescue vehicle from Pierce Manufacturing (unanimous)
- Approved $75,000 order of 2025 Chevy Silverado fire vehicle (unanimous)
- Referred Ordinance 2024-12 (City Attorney duties) back to committee (7-1)
- Approved Sidewalk Construction Agreement with Town of Neenah (unanimous)
- Approved Final Pay Request of $64,398.02 for Neenah Creek Bridge (unanimous)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review and make a recommendation on increasing Interim City Attorney Jim Walsh's hours from 8 to 16 per week at $125/hour, funded by the City's Liability Insurance Fund. This follows a July 8 meeting where the committee discussed the attorney's workload and heard from the mayor. The committee will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and take public comments.
- Increase Interim City Attorney Jim Walsh to 16 hours/week at $125/hour, funded by Liability Insurance Fund
- Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 regular meeting
- Public appearances
The Finance and Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend the Council approve increasing Interim Attorney Jim Walsh's hours to 16 per week at $125/hour, with funding from the Liability Insurance Fund after the previously approved $70,000 is depleted. The recommendation includes a 45-business-day review, set for September 19, 2024. The committee also approved the July 8, 2024 meeting minutes as written.
- Recommended Council approve increase of Attorney Jim Walsh to 16 hours/week at $125/hour (all aye)
- Added 45-business-day review of interim attorney position, set for September 19, 2024 (friendly amendment, all aye)
- Approved minutes from July 8, 2024 regular meeting as written (all aye)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee voted 4-0 to recommend Council approve Resolution 2024-03, which accepts a dedication of public right-of-way and authorizes temporary use of city-owned properties along S. Commercial Street between Stanley and Tyler Streets. The action is required for the S. Commercial Street reconstruction project and includes dedicating a triangular portion of Parcel 110 for sidewalk curb ramps. No other substantive decisions were made; an update on The Forge summer event license extensions required no action.
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-03 for right-of-way dedication and temporary use (4-0)
- No action on The Forge summer event license extension update
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Neenah Public Services and Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a license application update for Double Tree Neenah and to consider Resolution 2024-03. This resolution involves accepting right-of-way dedication and authorizing temporary easement uses on city-owned parcels along South Commercial Street between Stanley Street and Tyler Street for an upcoming 2025 reconstruction project.
- License application update for Double Tree Neenah for The Forge Summer Events
- Resolution 2024-03: Accepting public right-of-way dedication and temporary easement uses on city-owned properties (Parcels 7, 21, 25, 105, and 110) along South Commercial Street between Stanley Street and Tyler Street
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider several routine items, including a sidewalk construction agreement with the Town of Neenah, a sanitary compliance report, and multiple temporary liquor licenses for local events. The agenda also includes informational updates on special event permits and public works activities. No major policy decisions are listed, though a future inter-municipal agreement for the Nicolet and Third Street intersection is announced for the next meeting.
- Plummer Court Sidewalk Construction Agreement with the Town of Neenah
- Resolution 2024-12 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for Sanitary
- Temporary Class 'B' picnic licenses for St. Margaret Mary Parish Picnic and Bergstrom-Mahler Museum Glass Arts Festival
- License premises extensions for Lion's Tail Brewing Co. (Smoke on the Fox) and Double Tree Neenah (The Forge Summers Events)
- Special event permits (informational only) for Glass Arts Festival, Integrity Auto Car Show, Huntington Disease Walk, and Labor Day Parade
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review a health plan renewal update from M3 Insurance, including a projected significant rate increase for the fully insured plan and options for self-funding. They will also receive information-only updates on the interim city attorney's 45-day review and pending litigation. The committee will make a recommendation on the health plan renewal.
- Health plan renewal update with M3 Insurance, including projected rate increase and self-funding analysis
- Interim attorney 45-day review update (information only)
- Legal update on pending litigation (information only)
- Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024 meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee reviewed the interim city attorney's 45-day performance update and heard public comments advocating for increased hours. The committee reached consensus to hold a special meeting before the July 17 council meeting for the mayor to propose extending the interim attorney's hours, with the 45-day review attached. No formal decision was made on the attorney hours; the health insurance renewal update was informational only.
- Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
- Scheduled special committee meeting before July 17 council meeting for mayor's proposal on interim attorney hours (consensus)
- Requested 45-day attorney review be attached to the recommendation (consensus)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:50 pm (unanimous)
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider a $40,000 housing study and needs assessment by Stantec Consulting, two ordinances creating a downtown Designated Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA) and amending special event permits, and proposed lane marking and parking regulation changes on Tullar Road. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 28 and June 19 meetings and public appearances.
- Housing study and needs assessment by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for a cost not to exceed $40,000
- Ordinance 2024-13 establishing a Designated Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA) downtown
- Ordinance 2024-14 amending special event permit regulations
- Proposed lane marking and parking regulation changes to Tullar Road
- Approval of minutes from May 28, 2024 and special meeting of June 19, 2024
The committee voted to direct staff to change the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) from an ordinance to a resolution and bring it back on July 9, 2024. They also recommended approving a $40,000 housing study with Stantec Consulting Services, funded by CDBG, and approved parking regulation changes on Tullar Road and Apple Blossom Drive. The Special Event Permit amendment was held until the next meeting.
- Approved minutes of May 28 and June 19 meetings (5-0)
- Recommended $40,000 housing study contract with Stantec, funded by CDBG (5-0)
- Directed staff to rewrite DORA as resolution and return July 9 (5-0)
- Held Special Event Permit amendment until next meeting
- Recommended parking regulation changes on Tullar Road and Apple Blossom Drive (5-0)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review and make recommendations on two items: a resolution updating the Mission Squared plan sponsor contact and an ordinance amending the City Attorney section to allow intermunicipal cooperation. They will also review May 2024 vouchers and may enter closed session to discuss pending litigation.
- Resolution 2024-11: Update Mission Squared Plan Sponsor Contact to current HR Director
- Ordinance 2024-12: Amend Section 2-23 to allow City Attorney to assist other municipalities
- May 2024 Vouchers review
- Closed session for litigation strategy
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider Resolution 2024-07, which supports restructuring the Appleton (Fox Cities) Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Board. The new board would be made up of elected officials from municipalities within the MPO, with Neenah receiving two of 22 voting seats. The committee will also review a temporary liquor license application for a museum event. No formal action will be taken by the Common Council at this meeting.
- Resolution 2024-07: Support for Appleton MPO Policy Board redesignation, giving Neenah 2 of 22 voting seats
- Temporary Class B (Picnic) License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum's Art After Dark event
- Upcoming special events (informational only)
The committee voted unanimously to recommend Council approval of Resolution 2024-07, a letter of support for restructuring the Appleton (Fox Cities) Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board. The change would give local elected officials decision-making authority and provide Neenah two voting seats. The committee also recommended approval of a temporary picnic license for the Bergstrom Mahler Museum's Art After Dark event.
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-07 supporting MPO Policy Board redesignation (unanimous)
- Recommended Council approve Temporary Class 'B' Picnic License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum Art After Dark (unanimous)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider several financial and development items, including issuing up to $11,170,000 in general obligation promissory notes and $1,100,000 in taxable notes, approving amendments to subdivision development agreements, and accepting the 2023 annual financial report. The council will also discuss directives on Meridian barriers, special event permits, and beer/wine sales at convenience stores, and may enter closed session regarding pending litigation.
- Resolution 2024-08: Issue up to $11,170,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024A
- Resolution 2024-09: Issue up to $1,100,000 Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024B
- Approve Third Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows Subdivision Development and Fee Agreement
- Approve Amendment to First Addition to Freedom Acres Subdivision Development Agreement
- Approve Temporary Class 'B' (Picnic) License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum, Art After Dark
The Common Council approved two borrowing resolutions: up to $11,170,000 in non-taxable general obligation promissory notes (Series 2024A) and up to $1,100,000 in taxable notes (Series 2024B), both unanimously. The council also accepted the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, approved several development agreements, and directed staff to revisit the special event permit process, beer/wine sales at convenience stores, and the Meridian barriers policy. No action was taken on items discussed in closed session.
- Approved Resolution 2024-08 authorizing up to $11,170,000 in non-taxable GO promissory notes (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-09 authorizing up to $1,100,000 in taxable GO promissory notes (unanimous)
- Accepted and placed on file the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-07 supporting the new Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board structure (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Freedom Acres Subdivision Development Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Third Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows Subdivision Development and Fee Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved final pay request for Contract 12-24, S. Commercial Street storm sewer/water main (unanimous)
- Directed staff to revisit special event permit ordinance, beer/wine sales at convenience stores, and Meridian barriers policy (unanimous)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review and potentially recommend approval of two development agreements with Van Sistine Homes, LLC, a $11.17 million general obligation promissory note issuance, and a $1.1 million taxable note issuance. They will also receive an informational overview of the city's background check process for new hires and promotions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior special meeting and review of April 2024 vouchers.
- Resolution 2024-08: Authorizing sale of up to $11,170,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024A
- Resolution 2024-09: Authorizing sale of up to $1,100,000 Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024B
- Development Agreement Amendment – First Addition to Freedom Acres Subdivision (adds 3% administrative fee on deferred development fees collected at building permit)
- Development and Fee Agreement – Third Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows Subdivision (27 single-family lots, land purchase $79,814.71, total fees approx. $89,469.53)
- Background process overview for new hires and promotions (information only)
The Finance and Personnel Committee recommended Council approval of two borrowing resolutions totaling $12.27 million for general obligation promissory notes, and recommended approval of two development agreement amendments. The committee also accepted April 2024 vouchers and heard a background check process overview with no action taken.
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-08 for $11,170,000 non-taxable GO promissory notes (all aye)
- Recommended Council approve Resolution 2024-09 for $1,100,000 taxable GO promissory notes (all aye)
- Recommended Council approve amendment to First Addition to Freedom Acres Subdivision Development Agreement (all aye)
- Recommended Council approve Third Addition to The Homes at Freedom Meadows Subdivision Development and Fee Agreement (all aye)
- Accepted and placed on file April 2024 vouchers (all aye)
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will vote on several committee recommendations, including a ward map amendment to align with legislative boundaries and recent annexations, a new ordinance allowing flexible Election Day work schedules for election inspectors, and a resolution updating designated polling locations. The council will also consider purchasing a Reading Service Body with a Miller EnPak for $72,111.00 and replacing the salt shed roof at the City Services Building for $27,300.00. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Minks and Novak case and a sign moratorium ordinance.
- Ordinance 2024-09: Amending Ward Map to Comply with Legislative District Boundaries and Recent Annexations
- Ordinance 2024-10: Establish Article VII – Elections, Section 2-244 Election Inspectors to allow for flexible Election Day work schedule
- Resolution 2024-06: Amending Designated Polling Locations
- Purchase of Reading Service Body with Miller EnPak from Monroe Truck Equipment for $72,111.00
- Replace salt shed roof at City Services Building with canvas fabric for $27,300.00
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review and make recommendations on three election-related items: an ordinance to redraw ward boundaries to comply with new state legislative maps and include recent annexations, an ordinance to allow flexible Election Day work schedules for election inspectors, and a resolution amending designated polling locations. The committee will also approve minutes from the May 13 meeting, where they recommended hiring Attorney James Walsh as Interim City Attorney at $125/hour for 8 hours per week.
- Ordinance 2024-09: Amends ward map to comply with legislative district boundaries and adds Wards 22-27 for recent annexations
- Ordinance 2024-10: Establishes Article VII – Elections, Section 2-244 to allow flexible Election Day work schedules for election inspectors
- Resolution 2024-06: Amends designated polling locations
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2024 meeting
- May 13 meeting recommended hiring Interim City Attorney James Walsh at $125/hour, 8 hours/week, funded by reallocating General Fund transfer
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider 2024-2025 liquor license renewals and quotas, approve equipment purchases including a utility service truck body, discuss a salt shed roof replacement, and hold a discussion on the yard waste/drop-off site. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public appearances.
- 2024-2025 liquor license renewals and quotas
- Fleet #1E equipment and utility service truck body
- Salt shed roof replacement
- Yard waste/drop-off site discussion
- Approval of minutes from May 7 and May 15, 2024 meetings
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee is deciding whether to approve buying a new engineering vehicle, a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, for $39,214 from Bergstrom Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/RAM in Oshkosh. The purchase replaces a 2004 Chevrolet Impala and is within the $40,000 budget carried forward from 2023. The committee will also discuss future agenda items and adjourn.
- Approve purchase of 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L for $39,214 from Bergstrom Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/RAM, Oshkosh
- Replaces fleet vehicle #1J, a 2004 Chevrolet Impala
- Two other bids received: $43,423 from Kunes (Platteville) and $42,733 from Ewald (Oconomowoc, state contract)
- 2023 budgeted amount was $40,000, carried forward
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider accepting the conceptual plan for the Arrowhead District, approve a $39,214 vehicle purchase, hire an interim city attorney, and act on several land-use items. The agenda also includes proclamations, a citizen lifesaving award, and reports from committees.
- Accept and file conceptual plan for Arrowhead District presented by RDG Planning and Design
- Purchase 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L for $39,214 from Bergstrom Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram of Oshkosh
- Hire Attorney James Walsh as Interim City Attorney at $125/hour for 8 hours/week
- Approve 4-lot Certified Survey Map at 1712 Dixie Road and Final Plat for Homes at Freedom Meadows Third Addition
- Approve Class B Transfer License for Cedar Bar & Grill, 1330 S. Commercial Street
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving an interim city attorney agreement with James Walsh, who would work 8 hours per week at $125/hour starting May 15, 2024. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 6 and public appearances. The agenda is otherwise brief, with no other substantive items.
- Approve interim city attorney agreement with James Walsh at $125/hour for 8 hours/week
- Approval of minutes from May 6, 2024 regular meeting
- Public appearances
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will hold a hearing on Dylan Lamb's appeal of the dangerous animal designation for his dog Odin, following a May 2023 dog bite incident. The committee will also consider a liquor license transfer, a sidewalk café extension, and proposed lane and parking changes on Tullar Road. Several items are routine approvals or informational reports.
- Appeal of dangerous animal designation for dog Odin, 1091 Gillingham Road Apt 2
- Class 'B' Combination Transfer License for Cedar Bar & Grill, 1330 S. Commercial Street
- Sidewalk café extension for Layles Place, 218 W Wisconsin Avenue
- Proposed lane marking and parking regulation changes to Tullar Road
- Review of approved special event permits (informational)
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review March 2024 vouchers, discuss city legal services, and consider Ordinance 2024-07 to amend the dog and cat license fee exemption for service animals. The ordinance updates the definition of service animals to match state law and exempts them from license fees, though they still must be licensed.
- Ordinance 2024-07 amends Section 3-14 to exempt service animals from dog license fees
- Discussion and possible action on City Legal Services
- March 2024 vouchers to be reviewed
- Approval of minutes from April 22, 2024 meeting
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on a permanent zoning designation for 1730 Dixie Road, consider the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program, and act on multiple contracts and resolutions. The agenda also includes employee recognition awards, proclamations, appointments, and a closed session regarding charges against a public employee related to the City Attorney.
- Ordinance 2024-05: permanent I-1 Planned Business Center District zoning for 1730 Dixie Road
- 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program with potential amendments
- Contract with The Jamar Company for roof coating at City Administration Building, $74,000
- Contract 13-24: right turn lane at Winneconne/Commercial intersection, $148,308.43
- Automatic Aid Assistance agreement for structure fires with City of Appleton
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will review a moving permit application for a single-story modular home to be placed on a vacant lot at 856 Riverlawn Street, with a recommendation to approve and set a 12-month validity. They will also consider a resolution for an Inflation Reduction Act Urban Forestry Grant, review police statistics, and discuss a roof coating project for the City Administration Building. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a license change for Kwik Trip.
- Moving permit for modular home at 856 Riverlawn Street, valid 12 months
- Resolution 2024-03 for Inflation Reduction Act Urban Forestry Grant
- Police Department First Quarter Statistics report
- Change Agent/Trade Name license for Kwik Trip-Tobacco Outlet Plus 526, 501 S. Commercial St.
- City Administration Building Roof Coating project
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider Resolution 2024-04, which would add uniform traffic control service fees for special events to the city's fee schedule. The committee will also review the 2024 Q1 financial statements and February 2024 vouchers. The meeting may go into closed session to discuss pending litigation.
- Resolution 2024-04: new traffic control service fees for special events (e.g., Type III barricade $38 each, cone $5 each, message board $77 each)
- Controlled Access Project – Phase 3 (discussion)
- 2024 Q1 Financial Statements (review)
- February 2024 Vouchers (fiscal matters)
- Possible closed session for legal advice on pending litigation
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold its annual organizational meeting, including the swearing-in of three aldermen and the election of a Council President. The Council will also confirm the Mayor's appointments to standing and special committees, as well as various boards and commissions. Following the organizational business, the regular meeting will consider several liquor license items and a resolution authorizing grant applications for park projects.
- Swearing-in of Aldermen Mark A. Ellis (District 1), Brian D. Borchardt (District 2), and William Pollnow Jr. (District 3) for terms expiring April 2027
- Resolution 2024-02 authorizing applications for Wisconsin DNR Knowles-Nelson Stewardship and other grant programs
- Original Class 'B' liquor license for Cozumel Mexican Restaurant, 1111 Westowne Drive
- Extension of liquor license premises for Urban Market Neenah, LLC, 207 W. Wisconsin Avenue
- Pay requests totaling $382,208.26 for street and utility construction contracts
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider authorizing a grant application to the Wisconsin DNR for shoreline improvements at Doty Park, approve several liquor license actions, and review a public works activity report. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public appearances.
- Resolution authorizing WI-DNR grant application for Doty Park shoreline stabilization
- Original Class B liquor license for Cozumel Mexican Restaurant, 1111 Westowne Drive
- Temporary extension of liquor license premises for Green's Pour House, 134 W. Wisconsin
- Extension of liquor license premises for Urban Market
- Special events permits for Memorial Day Parade, Summer Kick-Off Concert, and others
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider multiple recommendations from standing committees, including over $800,000 in capital equipment purchases (mowers, a truck, a mastic machine, and traffic signal equipment), two property annexations along Dixie and Bayview Roads, a $300,000 grant for a police barrier system, and a subdivision variance at 806 Main Street. The agenda also includes appointments to the Landmarks Commission and recognition of outgoing council members.
- Purchase of two John Deere mowers for $18,048.03 and $17,624.53
- Purchase of a 2022 Ford F350 truck for $54,415.50 plus up to $4,000 for safety lighting and radio
- Purchase of a Patcher II Mastic Machine for $85,557.00 plus up to $3,000 in hand tools
- Accept $300,000 from Winnebago County Spirit Fund for police barrier system
- Approve annexations #232 (Bayview Road) and #233 (Dixie Road) with zoning changes
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will discuss and potentially recommend approval of a permanent Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) in downtown Neenah, allowing open intoxicants on certain sidewalks from April through November. The committee will also review several equipment purchases, including mowers, a sewer truck, a mastic machine, and traffic signal equipment, as well as a state agreement for S. Commercial Street reconstruction. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public appearances.
- Purchase of two John Deere zero turn mowers from Riesterer and Schnell for $18,048.03 and $17,624.53
- Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) expansion to full-time operation, with $350 annual permit fee
- Fleet #39 Sewer Utility Truck purchase
- Salt shed roof replacement
- State-Municipal Agreement for S. Commercial Street Reconstruction - Revision #1
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider the 2024 Community Development Block Grant plan ($200,000), two annexations (1730 Dixie Road and 880 Bayview Road), restructuring police command staff, accepting a $300,000 Spirit Fund grant for vehicle barriers, and a salary step plan adjustment. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public appearances.
- 2024 CDBG plan: $200,000 in grants, including $70,000 for property acquisition and redevelopment
- Annexation 233: 1730 Dixie Road (Ordinance 2024-06)
- Annexation 232: 880 Bayview Road
- Accept $300,000 Spirit Fund grant for vehicle barriers
- Police command staff restructuring and salary step plan adjustment
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold public hearings on the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Program, an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Update 2040, and a subdivision variance for a property at 806 Main Street. The council will also consider consent agenda items including a temporary liquor license and a HVAC upgrade contract.
- Public hearing on 2024 Community Development Block Grant Program proposed use of funds and Annual Action Plan
- Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2024-02 amending the City of Neenah Comprehensive Plan Update 2040
- Public hearing on subdivision variance for two lots less than 60 feet wide and less than 7,200 sq ft at 806 Main Street
- Approve Temporary Class 'B' (Picnic) License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass, 165 N. Park Avenue, for Art After Dark on March 21, 2024
- Accept City Hall Third floor HVAC control upgrade proposal from Energy Control & Design for $64,271.00
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Neenah Public Services and Safety Committee will consider an ordinance that would prohibit camping on city property and amend the open burning ordinance, with a warning-and-forfeiture enforcement approach. The committee will also review a proposal for the 2024 City Hall HVAC upgrade, approve a temporary picnic license for the Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass, and receive the Public Works activity report.
- Ordinance regulating camping on city property and amendments to the opening burning ordinance
- Temporary Class 'B' (Picnic) License for Bergstrom Mahler Museum of Glass for Art After Dark
- 2024 City Hall HVAC Upgrade Proposal
- Public Works General Construction and Department Activity Report
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving 2023 operating budget carry forwards totaling $8,360 for police Taser cartridges and HR training, transferring surplus and ARPA interest to cover deficits, and purchasing BenTek software services for $15,000 plus $10,000 implementation. They will also review December 2023 and January 2024 vouchers. The committee may enter closed session to discuss land acquisition near Southpark Industrial Center and litigation strategy.
- 2023 operating budget carry forwards: $6,860 for police (Taser cartridges $3,622.50, leadership training $3,237) and $1,500 for HR director to attend SHRM conference
- Transfer surplus and ARPA interest to eliminate deficits totaling $676,112.40 (court, fire, parking)
- Purchase of BenTek Software Services: $15,000 year one plus $10,000 implementation from Capital Equipment Budget
- Approval of December 2023 and January 2024 vouchers
- Closed session for land acquisition near Southpark Industrial Center and pending litigation
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider several public works contracts, including major street and utility construction projects, and an extension of the electric scooter pilot program. The agenda includes a recommendation to approve a purchase agreement for S. Commercial Street real estate and a memorandum of understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. Several committee meetings were cancelled, so no reports from those bodies.
- Contract 2-24: $2,295,807.21 for E. Doty Street (S. Commercial St to Pine St) construction to Kruczek Construction, Inc.
- Contract 3-24: $1,705,724.90 for Bayview Road, Quarry Lane, Reed Street, and S. Commercial Street water utility crossings to Don Hietpas & Sons, Inc.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. to extend electric scooter pilot program through December 31, 2024.
- Authorization to approve purchase agreements for S. Commercial Street real estate.
- Final payment of $56,505.43 to MCC, Inc. for hot mixed asphalt street repairs.
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider a request to authorize the Director of Public Works to approve purchase agreements for properties along the S. Commercial Street project, based on a Nominal Payment Parcel Report. The request includes authority to approve adjustments up to $500 from listed amounts; agreements outside that range would require further committee and council approval. The meeting is a special session, and the Common Council may be present but will not take formal action.
- Request for authorization to approve purchase agreements for 173 properties along S. Commercial Street
- Purchase prices based on sales study by Steiro Appraisal for various land use types
- Easement prices set at 20% of fee unit price
- Authority to approve up to $500 adjustment from listed purchase amounts
- Public meeting scheduled for March 14 to process purchase agreements
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will discuss a Bird scooter pilot program, an ordinance regulating camping on city property, and an amendment to the opening burning ordinance. The agenda also includes a traffic impact analysis for County Trunk Highway 'G', a budget status update for Industrial Drive, and a conveyance of rights for S. Commercial Street. The committee will review a general construction report and an intergovernmental cooperation agreement for North Street construction. No formal action will be taken at this meeting, as the body is gathering information for the Common Council.
- Bird Scooter Pilot Program
- Ordinance regulating Camping on City Property
- Opening Burning Ordinance Amendment
- CTH 'G' Traffic Impact Analysis
- S. Commercial Street-Conveyance of Rights
Common Council
The Common Council will consider several committee recommendations, including a $3.3 million street construction contract, a $245,860 purchase of traffic barriers, creation of a Houses Into Homes program, and a development agreement for a hotel expansion. The agenda also includes routine items like appointment confirmations and minutes approval, plus a possible closed session on downtown land acquisition.
- Approve $3,295,454.70 contract to David Tenor Corporation for sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water main, and street construction on Belmont Avenue, Belmont Court, Cedar Street, and Stevens Street
- Approve $245,860.09 purchase of 28 Meridian Archer 1200 barriers and two drop-down trailers from 2024 Capital Improvement Plan funds
- Create Houses Into Homes program funded by affordable housing tax incremental district extension
- Approve Tax Incremental District #12 Development Agreement with Bridgewood Holdings for 40 new guest rooms at Bridgewood Resort Hotel (1000 Cameron Way)
- Set 5% interest rate for 2024 special assessments paid in installments
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider a $250,000 vehicle barrier system purchase for community events, discuss the Houses to Homes affordable housing program, and review several infrastructure contracts and amendments. The committee may also enter closed session to discuss land acquisition strategy near downtown. Several items are for discussion or recommendation to the Common Council.
- Police Department barrier system purchase: $250,000
- Houses to Homes (Affordable Housing Program) discussion
- S. Commercial St. Reconstruction Project storm sewer amendment request
- Bridge over Neenah Creek consultant contract amendment
- Douglas Pond design services contract
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review a proposed development agreement to provide up to $630,000 in tax incremental financing for a 40-room addition to the Bridgewood Resort Hotel and Conference Center at 1000 Cameron Way. They will also set the 2024 special assessment interest rate, with a recommendation to keep it at 5%, and approve November 2023 vouchers. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public appearances.
- Tax Incremental District #12 Development Agreement for Bridgewood Resort expansion, $630,000 TIF assistance
- 2024 Special Assessment Interest Rate set at 5%
- November 2023 Vouchers approval
- Approval of minutes from January 8 and January 17, 2024 meetings
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on final resolution 2024-01 for special assessments covering sanitary sewer laterals and water services on multiple streets. The council will also consider several committee recommendations, including vehicle purchases, a fire truck, and various contracts.
- Special assessments for sewer/water on Belmont Ave, Belmont Ct, Cedar St, E Doty Ave, North St, Quarry Ln, Stevens St, S. Park Ave Utility Easement, Bayview Rd
- Purchase of 2025 Ford Hybrid Police Utility cars, 2024 Ford F150s, and civilian Explorers from Bergstrom Automotive, not to exceed $357,913
- Purchase of 2027 Pierce fire truck and equipment, not to exceed $2,200,000
- Purchase of John Deere 624P HL Wheel Loader ($269,000) plus snowplow/wing package ($53,306) and accessories (up to $25,000)
- Memorandum of Agreement with Galloway Company for Douglas Park Pond construction
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider a memorandum of agreement with Galloway Company for a stormwater pond in Douglas Park, along with police vehicle and building requests, license approvals, and multiple vehicle purchases. The agenda includes several items for discussion and recommendation to the Common Council.
- Douglas Pond stormwater facility agreement with Galloway Company, including $170,000 payment to park trust fund
- Police Department request for vehicle replacement
- Police Department building remodel Phase II for current office space
- Class B picnic license for St. Gabriel Parish, 900 Geiger Street
- Vehicle purchases: Fleet #93 pickup, #1E shop service truck, #29 wheel loader, #6A and #11A patrol trucks, #54 refuse truck
Common Council
The Neenah Common Council will consider several committee recommendations, including a $72,875 purchase and implementation of a new tax system, a $23,800 demolition contract, and multiple construction pay requests. They will also vote on an annexation ordinance, a development agreement, and a snow emergency proclamation. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss potential litigation.
- Approve $72,875 for Ascent Land Records Software Suite from Transcendent Technologies
- Award $23,800 demolition contract for 1345 S. Commercial Street to Go Green Recycling
- Approve Ordinance #2024-01 annexing 10.12 acres west of Woodenshoe Road with R-1 zoning
- Approve final pay requests: $275,745.67 (Al Dix Concrete), $91,557.29 (Hietpas), $25,343.10 (Northeast Asphalt), $63,720.37 (Century Fence)
- Ratify snow emergency proclamation for January 12-14, 2024
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving up to $72,875 to purchase and implement the Ascent Land Records Software Suite (ALRSS) from Transcendent Technologies, replacing the city's 30-year-old in-house tax system. The meeting is a special session, and the Common Council may be present but will not take formal action.
- Purchase request for Ascent Land Records Software Suite (ALRSS) from Transcendent Technologies of Neenah
- Total cost: $72,875 ($33,500 purchase, $39,375 implementation)
- Funding from Information Systems ERP Suite account in Capital Equipment Budget
- System integrates with Winnebago County and includes credit card payment processing
- Public appearances and adjournment are also on the agenda
Public Services and Safety Committee
The Public Services and Safety Committee will consider awarding a demolition contract for 1345 S. Commercial Street, review an amended preliminary resolution for sanitary sewer and water service construction across multiple streets, and discuss a special assessment report for those improvements. They will also consider purchasing accessible pedestrian signal systems for five intersections. The meeting is a special session; the Common Council may be present but will not take formal action.
- Demolition of 1345 S. Commercial Street: recommend award to Go Green Recycling, LLC for $23,800 (CDBG-funded)
- Amended Preliminary Resolution 2023-33 for sanitary sewer laterals and water services on Bayview Rd., Belmont Ave., Belmont Ct., Cedar St., E. Doty Ave., North St., Quarry Ln., Stevens St., S. Park Ave.
- Special assessment report: sewer lateral rates $2,800 per single/two-family, water service $1,500 (residential) or $1,800 (multi-family/commercial/industrial)
- Proposed purchase of 5 accessible pedestrian signal systems: Wisconsin Ave./Church St., Wisconsin Ave./Commercial St., Wisconsin Ave./Oak St., Commercial St./Forest Ave. ($8,000 each, CDBG), and Bell St./Industrial Dr. ($6,500, Southpark Industrial Center budget)
- Total APS cost not to exceed $38,500
Finance & Personnel Committee
The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider a development agreement with Van Sistine Homes, LLC for the First Addition to Freedom Acres Subdivision, a 48-lot single-family residential plat west of Honor Street and north of County Highway G. The committee will also review a 2024 intermunicipal agreement with the City of Appleton for Dial-A-Ride cost sharing, with an estimated Neenah contribution of $44,334. Additionally, the agenda includes a third annexation to The Homes at Freedom Meadows and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Development agreement for 48 single-family lots; developer to pay $254,038.52 for land and fees including $28,601.50 subdivision fee and $64,094.53 oversized water main fee
- 2024 Dial-A-Ride intermunicipal agreement with Appleton; Neenah's estimated contribution $44,334
- AX-231 Third Annexation to The Homes at Freedom Meadows
- Approval of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes